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Thursday, May 04, 2006

SPEC-OPS

I like this brand stuff, mainly because it’s high quality equipment. The first item I bought was T.H.E. Wallet. I loved it because of the design at first. It has the shark-bite closure to keep it secure. It’s very durable too. I think that’s because of the fabric it’s made from, 1000D Cordura Nylon. The fabric is very nice and very durable. That’s what I like about it. I know that if I buy something made from Cordura Nylon it’s going to last. Spec-Ops stuff is made with this stuff.

The design is also why I keep buying they’re stuff. It’s like a solider made this stuff and not just somebody that thinks he knows what a soldier needs. I just bought the Soldier’s Optimized Buttpack. I paid about $40 for it but I know it is worth it. I plan on buying a T.H.E. Pack in the near future. I liked the SOB because of the fabric and design. It has three pocket compartments and looks like it’s stitched real well. I’m sure it won’t rip or tear in the field.

I’ve bought some stuff, such as a pistol belt from the Bazaar, which never lasted. I’ve stopped buying stuff from the Bazaar because of the quality of the products. Sure the stuff is cheap but you get what you pay for. The buckle on my pistol belt broke the day I bought it. It cracked. The belt itself started warping on the pistol end and bending. It lost its strength and began to wear. I knew it wasn’t going to last so I bought a new one. That’s why I don’t buy stuff at the Bazaar anymore. I know it’s not going to last. It’d be a waste of money. The quality just isn’t as good as American made products. What good is the stuff if it falls apart? That’s another thing about Spec-Ops. Their products are made in the USA.

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No one is more professional than I. I am a Noncommissioned Officer, a leader of soldiers. As a Noncommissioned Officer, I realize that I am a member of a time honored corps, which is known as "The Backbone of the Army". I am proud of the Corps of Noncommissioned Officers and will at all times conduct myself so as to bring credit upon the Corps, the Military Service and my country regardless of the situation in which I find myself. I will not use my grade or position to attain pleasure, profit, or personal safety.
Competence is my watchword. My two basic responsibilities will always be uppermost in my mind -- accomplishment of my mission and the welfare of my soldiers. I will strive to remain tactically and technically proficient. I am aware of my role as a Noncommissioned Officer. I will fulfill my responsibilities inherent in that role. All soldiers are entitled to outstanding leadership; I will provide that leadership. I know my soldiers and I will always place their needs above my own. I will communicate consistently with my soldiers and never leave them uninformed. I will be fair and impartial when recommending both rewards and punishment.
Officers of my unit will have maximum time to accomplish their duties; they will not have to accomplish mine. I will earn their respect and confidence as well as that of my soldiers. I will be loyal to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers, and subordinates alike. I will exercise initiative by taking appropriate action in the absence of orders. I will not compromise my integrity, nor my moral courage. I will not forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget that we are professionals, Noncommissioned Officers, leaders!

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